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The First Word

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The First Word

By: Isley Robson
Narrated by: Amy McFadden
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To stay sane, Andie Tilly must keep her mind on her work. Her job as a pediatric occupational therapist is the perfect distraction from the unspeakable tragedy she experienced as a child. But when she meets alternative-energy magnate Rhys Griffiths and his autistic toddler, Will, she quickly realizes her heart will never be the same. Especially when her name becomes Will's first word.

After accepting a position as a live-in therapist for Will, Andie steels herself against the appeal of the disconcertingly attractive - and attracted - Rhys. But their chemistry can no longer be denied, and their heated affair seems destined for happily ever after. A destiny Andie's terrified to embrace.

When Andie's guilt, Rhys's awkwardness, and the abrupt appearance of an erratic ex threaten to dismantle their delicately blooming relationship, they must decide if love is worth the challenge. Can Andie and Rhys find their way back to each other? Or will the demons of the past simply prove too strong?

©2017 Joanne Southwell (P)2017 Brilliance Audio, all rights reserved.
Contemporary Contemporary Romance Family Life Fiction Literary Fiction Romance Women's Fiction Destiny Heartfelt
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Great Read!

What did you love best about The First Word?

The concept is centered around an autistic toddler with two adults who are not perfect. The father is a brilliant man, with possible non-diagnosed Asperger's, and the therapist has dealt with her mother's rejection for over 17 years, something that has left her with a lack of self worth. Assisting with this toddler, she hopes will help restore her faith in herself.

Amy McFadden's performance added to the story. Her voices are easily distinguishable and she brings the characters to life.

Which scene was your favorite?

Andi's first visit to the OT room in the house. It showed the extent the father was willing to go to for his son, and hie excitement at being able to finally do something positive for his son.

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I listened to this nearly non-stop over a weekend. I wanted to find out how the three might become a family.

This was a very well written and produced book. This is the author's first published book, and it is well worth the credit.

I received the Kindle book as a Kindle First, and ordered the audiobook as soon as I found it available. I look forward to reading the book, and will probably listen to this again.

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